Reading Lists → Inspector Lynley
Inspector Lynley is a series of 21 books by Elizabeth George. The first book published in the series is A Great Deliverance in 1988. Here is a complete list of Inspector Lynley books in order.
Last update: January 11, 2024
1. A Great Deliverance (1988)
In Elizabeth George's thrilling mystery novel, "A Great Deliverance," Inspector Thomas Lynley and Sergeant Barbara Havers are thrust into a perplexing murder case, uncovering a web of secrets and unraveling the complexities of the human psyche in a picturesque English village.
- 📇 413 Pages
- 📝 103,250 - 123,900 Word Count
- ⏱️ 14 Hours Reading Time
2. Payment In Blood (1989)
In "Payment In Blood," Elizabeth George delivers a masterful whodunit set in the Scottish Highlands, where a seemingly idyllic gathering at a country manor turns deadly. With intricate plot twists and rich character development, George keeps readers guessing until the shocking revelation.
- 📇 432 Pages
- 📝 108,000 - 129,600 Word Count
- ⏱️ 14 Hours Reading Time
3. Well-schooled In Murder (1989)
Well-Schooled In Murder, written by Elizabeth George, follows Inspector Lynley and Sergeant Havers as they investigate the enigma surrounding the suspicious death of a student at prestigious Bredgar Chambers, unveiling a dark web of secrets amidst the academic world.
- 📇 432 Pages
- 📝 108,000 - 129,600 Word Count
- ⏱️ 14 Hours Reading Time
4. A Suitable Vengeance (1991)
In Elizabeth George's gripping novel, A Suitable Vengeance, Inspector Thomas Lynley returns to his childhood home in Cornwall, unraveling a dark family secret while investigating the murder of a local handyman. Intrigue, betrayal, and long-buried secrets are revealed in this thrilling tale.
- 📇 449 Pages
- 📝 112,250 - 134,700 Word Count
- ⏱️ 15 Hours Reading Time
5. For The Sake Of Elena (1992)
In "For The Sake Of Elena" by Elizabeth George, Detective Inspector Thomas Lynley is drawn into the mysterious world of Cambridge University to uncover the truth behind the brutal murder of a talented and beautiful young woman. A captivating blend of crime and complex relationships awaits.
- 📇 388 Pages
- 📝 97,000 - 116,400 Word Count
- ⏱️ 13 Hours Reading Time
6. Missing Joseph (1993)
In "Missing Joseph", Elizabeth George masterfully weaves a gripping narrative of a small English village engulfed in a sinister murder investigation. Inspector Lynley and Sergeant Havers must untangle a web of secrets to expose the shocking truth. A compelling crime thriller that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.
- 📇 576 Pages
- 📝 144,000 - 172,800 Word Count
- ⏱️ 19 Hours Reading Time
7. Playing For The Ashes (1994)
"Playing For The Ashes" by Elizabeth George is a captivating murder mystery that takes DI Thomas Lynley and DS Barbara Havers to the world of professional cricket, where scandals, secrets, and family betrayals intertwine, leading them down a treacherous path to the truth.
- 📇 619 Pages
- 📝 154,750 - 185,700 Word Count
- ⏱️ 21 Hours Reading Time
8. In The Presence Of The Enemy (1996)
In the gripping novel "In The Presence Of The Enemy" by Elizabeth George, a young girl is kidnapped, a prominent politician's secret is exposed, and Inspector Thomas Lynley races against time to unravel the truth, revealing shocking secrets and unexpected alliances along the way.
- 📇 656 Pages
- 📝 164,000 - 196,800 Word Count
- ⏱️ 22 Hours Reading Time
9. Deception On His Mind (1997)
In Elizabeth George's thrilling novel, "Deception On His Mind," Inspector Thomas Lynley must unravel a twisted web of secrets and lies when a young boy's mysterious death exposes a community riddled with deception.
- 📇 716 Pages
- 📝 179,000 - 214,800 Word Count
- ⏱️ 24 Hours Reading Time
10. In Pursuit Of The Proper Sinner (1999)
In "In Pursuit Of The Proper Sinner," Elizabeth George takes readers on a gripping journey through the twisted motives of two seemingly unrelated murders, pushing Detective Inspector Thomas Lynley and Sergeant Barbara Havers to their limits in their quest for justice.
- 📇 718 Pages
- 📝 179,500 - 215,400 Word Count
- ⏱️ 24 Hours Reading Time
11. A Traitor To Memory (2001)
In A Traitor To Memory by Elizabeth George, musician Gideon Davies must confront his repressed childhood memories while investigating the mysterious death of a promising violinist. This haunting psychological thriller digs deep into the darkest corners of the mind.
- 📇 1,009 Pages
- 📝 252,250 - 302,700 Word Count
- ⏱️ 34 Hours Reading Time
12. A Place Of Hiding (2003)
In Elizabeth George's gripping thriller, "A Place of Hiding," the idyllic Channel Island life turns sinister when a murder rocks the small community. Inspector Lynley and Sergeant Havers must untangle the web of secrets to unveil the truth.
- 📇 800 Pages
- 📝 200,000 - 240,000 Word Count
- ⏱️ 27 Hours Reading Time
13. With No One As Witness (2005)
In Elizabeth George's gripping crime novel "With No One As Witness," Detective Inspector Thomas Lynley and his team are haunted by a string of brutal murders targeting young boys, leading them on a relentless pursuit of a sad*stic killer lurking in the shadows of London.
- 📇 784 Pages
- 📝 196,000 - 235,200 Word Count
- ⏱️ 26 Hours Reading Time
14. What Came Before He Shot Her (2006)
In "What Came Before He Shot Her," Elizabeth George takes readers on a dark and captivating journey through the streets of London, unraveling the tragic events that led up to a shocking act of violence. A gripping exploration of the human condition and its capacity for both good and evil.
- 📇 560 Pages
- 📝 140,000 - 168,000 Word Count
- ⏱️ 19 Hours Reading Time
15. Careless In Red (2008)
In Elizabeth George's gripping novel, "Careless In Red," Detective Inspector Thomas Lynley finds himself tangled in a web of deceit and danger when he stumbles upon a mysterious murder on the rugged Cornish coast. Can he untangle the truth before another life is lost?
- 📇 640 Pages
- 📝 160,000 - 192,000 Word Count
- ⏱️ 21 Hours Reading Time
16. This Body Of Death (2010)
In "This Body of Death" by Elizabeth George, Detective Inspector Thomas Lynley finds himself investigating two seemingly unrelated cases that bring him face-to-face with his own painful past. A gripping and complex crime thriller that delves deep into the dark corners of the human psyche.
- 📇 704 Pages
- 📝 176,000 - 211,200 Word Count
- ⏱️ 23 Hours Reading Time
17. Believing The Lie (2012)
In Elizabeth George's gripping novel, "Believing The Lie", Inspector Thomas Lynley is confronted with a haunting case where deceit and obsession intertwine, testing his loyalty, unraveling hidden secrets, and demanding he face the painful truth.
- 📇 610 Pages
- 📝 152,500 - 183,000 Word Count
- ⏱️ 20 Hours Reading Time
18. Just One Evil Act (2013)
In Elizabeth George's gripping novel, "Just One Evil Act," Detective Inspector Thomas Lynley is faced with an unimaginable tragedy that tests his belief in justice, as a desperate mother's actions spiral into a web of deceit and betrayal.
- 📇 720 Pages
- 📝 180,000 - 216,000 Word Count
- ⏱️ 24 Hours Reading Time
19. A Banquet Of Consequences (2015)
"A Banquet of Consequences" by Elizabeth George is an electrifying psychological thriller that delves into the intricate lives of Inspector Lynley and Detective Sergeant Havers, as they navigate the perplexing murder case of a renowned feminist author and unravel a web of secrets, lies, and devastating consequences.
- 📇 576 Pages
- 📝 144,000 - 172,800 Word Count
- ⏱️ 19 Hours Reading Time
20. The Punishment She Deserves (2018)
In "The Punishment She Deserves" by Elizabeth George, Detective Sergeant Barbara Havers and Detective Inspector Thomas Lynley are thrust into a seemingly straightforward suicide case, only to unravel a tangled web of secrets, lies, and devastating consequences in a sleepy English town.
- 📇 692 Pages
- 📝 173,000 - 207,600 Word Count
- ⏱️ 23 Hours Reading Time
21. Something To Hide (2022)
In Elizabeth George's "Something To Hide," a peaceful English village is rocked by a vicious murder. As Inspector Lynley and Sergeant Havers delve into the secrets of the tight-knit community, shocking twists and buried truths unravel to reveal a dark web of deceit and betrayal.
- 📇 704 Pages
- 📝 176,000 - 211,200 Word Count
- ⏱️ 23 Hours Reading Time
